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The Federal Reserve’s Reckoning on Racial Equity

Next City

What the recent changes at the Federal Reserve mean for Black and Brown job-seekers, and how those changes are rooted as much in grassroots organizing as they are in macroeconomic theory.

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4 Ways to Design Safe Streets for Cyclists

The City Fix

Since the beginning of the coronavirus pandemic, cycling has become an even more popular, resilient and reliable travel option, and pop-up bike lanes have been increasingly common in major cities around the globe. Between March and July 2020, 394 cities, Continue reading on TheCityFix.com.

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Digital Civic Engagement as an Equity Solution for Cities & Counties

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Social media has the power to positively impact civic engagement. It is an opportunity for local governments to increase engagement, to get more equitable community feedback and reach more residents, and to help build trust with the community by more easily meeting them where they are. Today’s blog takes you through both the challenges and the successes of social media’s impact on civic engagement and why it has so much to offer local government.

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December top 5 for under 5

Princeton Public Library

We invite you to check out this month’s PPL Youth Services recommendations for activities, resources and new books in the library collection for children ages up to five years old and their families. Storytime! With the arrival of colder weather, in-person storytime returns indoors in the library beginning Thursday, Dec. 2 at 10:30 a.m. and […].

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The Ultimate Playground Inspection Handbook

Dive into the world of playground safety with this complimentary guide. It offers a detailed exploration of essential practices to ensure the utmost safety for children. Delve into inspection techniques, from assessing equipment conditions to evaluating surfacing materials. Gain insights into maintenance strategies to keep playgrounds in top-notch condition year-round.

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Should We Use Compensation to Increase Public Participation?

Social Pinpoint

The idea of using compensation to enhance public participation is gaining momentum. We have reached out to a range of community engagement experts to discuss their thoughts. The post Should We Use Compensation to Increase Public Participation? appeared first on Social Pinpoint - A Place to Engage Your Community.

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The Challenges of Policing (with Sergio Diaz)

Policy Chats

In this episode, Former Riverside Chief of Police Sergio Diaz talks with students from the UC Riverside School of Public Policy about the challenges of policing. About Sergio Diaz : Sergio G. Diaz was the chief of police for the city of Riverside, California between July 1, 2010, and September 19, 2019. Prior to joining the Riverside Police Department, Sergio was a police officer in the city of Los Angeles for 33 years, retiring at the rank of Deputy Chief in 2010.

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More Equal Cities Can Help Bring Global Climate Goals Within Reach

The City Fix

While negotiations rage on, many world leaders have already left COP26 in Glasgow having said their piece about a low-carbon future for their country. No one can accuse them of being short on vision. But one thing is increasingly clear. Continue reading on TheCityFix.com.

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Mobile Updates: The Super Seven

PubWorks Blog

Our latest PubWorks Mobile updates include an extensive list of features that will help make Mobile easy to use from anywhere. Audible and Banner Notifications for New Service Requests Your crew can now be automatically alerted when new service requests arrive on their devices. Notifications will help keep crews on top of new issues and improve the timeliness of responses.

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Community Engagement for City Budgeting

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When it comes to creating a city or county budget , there are many ways to move forward: whether it’s taking the previous year’s budget and adapting it as necessary, or throwing it all away and starting with a blank slate. There’s no “right” choice when it comes to budget type—only what’s best for your jurisdiction. However, regardless of which method you choose, budgets are ultimately created to fund services, initiatives, and programs for a city or county’s residents, and for that reason, it’s

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Thanksgiving: A time to create memorable stakeholder connections

Social Pinpoint

Thanksgiving season. Turkey, cranberry sauce, pumpkin pies, and football. It’s a time to reflect on what we have, cherish time with the ones we love, and connect with those around us. The post Thanksgiving: A time to create memorable stakeholder connections appeared first on Social Pinpoint - A Place to Engage Your Community.

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7 Signs Your Local Government ERP Is Holding You Back: A Guide for Small Municipalities

Local governments and municipalities serving populations under 200,000 face distinctive challenges in delivering efficient and effective services to their communities. To overcome these challenges, many rely on Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems tailored to their specific needs. Not all ERP systems are created equal, and some may hinder progress rather than support it.

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The Challenges of Policing (with Sergio Diaz)

Policy Chats

In this episode, Former Riverside Chief of Police Sergio Diaz talks with students from the UC Riverside School of Public Policy about the challenges of policing. About Sergio Diaz : Sergio G. Diaz was the chief of police for the city of Riverside, California between July 1, 2010, and September 19, 2019. Prior to joining the Riverside Police Department, Sergio was a police officer in the city of Los Angeles for 33 years, retiring at the rank of Deputy Chief in 2010.

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In the Push to Keep Children With Kin and out of Foster Care, Are Families Heard?

Next City

Kids face less long-term trauma when they live with kin instead of foster families. Yet despite promising kinship placement models elsewhere and signs of improvement, Philadelphia's child welfare system still appears biased against families.

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Lessons from Lockdown: How COVID-19 Affected Road Safety Around the World

The City Fix

COVID-19 changed the way people move around cities. In 2020, demand for travel dropped dramatically, and many urban areas enforced restrictions on movement through lockdowns in a bid to control the impact of the pandemic. These lockdown periods throughout most. Continue reading on TheCityFix.com.

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What’s a Capital Stack and How Does it Work?

CRA Today

At some point in your journey as a Community Reinvestment Act (CRA) officer, you will likely find yourself involved in a community-based public-private partnership economic development project. When this happens, your bank may have the opportunity to finance the project. . Pursuing these opportunities will help you grow your CRA program and expand your bank’s community reach.

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ASPA TIMES Magazine: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

PA TIMES Magazine is a publication of the American Society for Public Administration (ASPA), a not-for-profit corporation. This edition focused on diversity, equity and inclusion in public administration, including guest columns, insights for the field and interviews with city government DEI officers about their work at the local level.

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The Future of Recycling Programs and the Role of Community Feedback

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In 2022, all California cities and counties will be legally required to recycle organic waste. While not all states have mandatory recycling laws, whether for disposables or organic waste, most cities and counties have some sort of voluntary or required household recycling program, separate from requirements for commercial recycling. Why? Mainly to minimize landfills and mitigate the environmental impact of our garbage.

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How to Increase Online Community Engagement and Reach More People

Social Pinpoint

Nailing promotion is a number one priority in any community engagement initiative. After all, who is going to give you feedback if no one knows what you’re working on? The post How to Increase Online Community Engagement and Reach More People appeared first on Social Pinpoint - A Place to Engage Your Community.

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Logistics Tech in the Wild

First State Insights

Eric Johnson, Senior Editor of Technology at the Journal of Commerce, speaks with Troy Mix, Associate Director of the University of Delaware's Institute for Public Administration (IPA), about how businesses, consumers, and freight operators interact with logistics technology as goods move from factories to living rooms. Eric also provides insights on the severity and causes of the ongoing supply chain crisis.

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The Race to Vaccinate against COVID-19

The Lowe Down

Article by Anya Syed. The COVID-19 pandemic has made global inequalities woefully apparent. However, the disparity in vaccination rate has been the most startling. How exactly have developing countries been disadvantaged? In particular, has the race to vaccinate left developing countries behind? Analysis conducted by the Lowe Institute considers these questions. .

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Sustainable Facility Maintenance Management for Small Local Governments

Unlock the potential of sustainable facility management! This guide empowers small local governments to lead with climate-resilient infrastructure, energy efficiency, waste reduction, and more. Elevate your community's resilience, reduce costs, and embrace eco-friendly practices. Discover the role of facility maintenance teams in green cleaning, sustainability analyses, and infrastructure upgrades.

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How Germany Is Working to Translate the Benefits of Active Mobility into Meaningful Action

The City Fix

Electric vehicles may own the headlines, but our feet remain the most environmentally friendly means of travel, closely followed by bicycles, skateboards, scooters, tricycles and other active, non-motorized modes. Not only does zero-emission active mobility help protect the climate and. Continue reading on TheCityFix.com.

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Wildfire Risk Reduction: Connecting the Dots

Meeting of the Minds

One of the most visceral manifestations of the combined problems of urbanization and climate change are the enormous wildfires that engulf areas of the American West. Fire behavior itself is now changing. Over 120 years of well-intentioned fire suppression have created huge reserves of fuel which, when combined with warmer temperatures and drought-dried landscapes, create unstoppable fires that spread with extreme speed, jump fire-breaks, level entire towns, take lives and destroy hundreds of t

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Exploring Native American history and culture

Princeton Public Library

November marks National Native American Heritage Month, also called American Indian and Alaska Native Heritage Month. This month offers an opportunity to explore the history and culture of Indigenous peoples with ties to the land now occupied by the United States. The library aims to integrate topics related to Indigenous peoples into programming throughout the […].

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How to Build Trust Through Community Engagement

Social Pinpoint

Governments and institutions need people to trust that they will make good decisions. Without trust, they don’t have the power to make productive changes for the community. Here are three ways you can build trust through community engagement. The post How to Build Trust Through Community Engagement appeared first on Social Pinpoint - A Place to Engage Your Community.

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Proactive vs Reactive Maintenance: Making the Case for Preparedness

Discover comprehensive strategies for optimizing operations and achieving cost efficiency! This document offers insights into efficient inspections, data-driven decision-making, goal alignment, and resource optimization. It empowers local governments and maintenance departments to streamline operations and ensure significant cost savings. From aligning maintenance goals with community needs to leveraging data for strategic planning, this guide provides a roadmap for smoother, more reliable opera

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Visions of Recovery: Advancing Emergency Management

First State Insights

Erin Norris, Natural Hazards Planner with the Delaware Emergency Management Agency (DEMA), speaks with Troy Mix, Associate Director of the University of Delaware's Institute for Public Administration (IPA), about the value of community partnerships for disaster response and recovery and opportunities to diversify the field of emergency management moving forward.

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California State Controller Betty Yee: A Career in Public Service

Policy Chats

In this episode, California State Controller Betty Yee talks with students from the UC Riverside School of Public Policy about her career in public office. About Betty Yee : State Controller Betty T. Yee was elected in November 2014, following two terms of service on the California Board of Equalization. As Controller, she continues to serve the Board as its fifth voting member.

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Feebates: Looking Beyond Subsidies to Incentivize Electric Vehicle Adoption

The City Fix

A central piece of the conversation about how to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from the transport sector has been around the need to electrify vehicles. This sentiment has been fueled by manufacturers and governments pledging to stop selling fossil-fueled powered. Continue reading on TheCityFix.com.

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Preparing NOW for expected challenges

Librarian.net

White House deputy press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre speaks to reporters. An email I wrote to our state library association about the concerning things happening in Texas. Hello all — I am writing this kind of in my role as VT Chapter Councilor and somewhat as someone in the Intellectual Freedom Committee. I wanted to make you aware of an issue concerning book challenges.

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Facility Maintenance Trends for 2024: What's Changing in the Industry?

This comprehensive article delves into the transformative trends reshaping local government facility maintenance in anticipation of 2024. From embracing smart technology for efficient management, sustainability's pivotal role to data-driven decision-making, workforce upskilling, and predictive maintenance strategies, each aspect is explored. Insights into outsourcing collaborations, digital twins, safety enhancements, and the broader industry evolution highlight the critical adaptation needed.

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November top 5 for under 5

Princeton Public Library

We invite you to check out this month’s PPL Youth Services recommendations for activities, resources and new books in the library collection for children up to 5 years old and their families. Native American Heritage Month Picture Books Celebrate Native American Heritage Month this November with this selection of picture books for young children that […].

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Enhanced Survey Personalization for Increased Community Engagement

Social Pinpoint

Capturing data from your community or stakeholders is essential. But, to capture feedback that is actionable and substantial, you need to ask the right questions. We have recently upgraded our survey design so that you can easily capture more meaningful, personalized data. This also means that our surveys are even more effective for community and. The post Enhanced Survey Personalization for Increased Community Engagement appeared first on Social Pinpoint - A Place to Engage Your Community.

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10 Cybersecurity Best Practices Ransomware Fears Most

CarahCast

The headlines are staggering. Hospitals and healthcare systems are struggling to protect against ransomware attacks, resulting in longer patient stays, delays in procedures, and ultimately, an increase in patient deaths. Although ransomware can cause serious damage, it’s not invincible. In fact, it’s only as strong as your organization’s weakest link.

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California State Controller Betty Yee: A Career in Public Service

Policy Chats

In this episode, California State Controller Betty Yee talks with students from the UC Riverside School of Public Policy about her career in public office. About Betty Yee : State Controller Betty T. Yee was elected in November 2014, following two terms of service on the California Board of Equalization. As Controller, she continues to serve the Board as its fifth voting member.

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Efficiency and Sustainability: Leveraging Digital Solutions in Facility Operations

Speaker: Alan Kavanaugh, BA, CRM, CCPI ​​​​​​​Director of Loss Control & Risk Management

This session is designed to unveil the transformative potential of digital solutions in reshaping conventional practices, offering a roadmap towards greener and more efficient facilities regardless of municipality size. Attendees will learn: Insights into cutting-edge trends and strategies in sustainable facility management. Practical knowledge to effectively incorporate digital solutions for operational efficiency.